The Learning Lamp Westmont

The health report of Child #4 did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not conduct fire drills and ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The facility provided documentation that the hypothetical locations for fire drills conducted on 7/7/23 and 8/11/23 were the same.

The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 1/13/23, 2/10/23, 3/10/23, 4/7/23, 5/5/23, 6/2/23, 6/30/23, 7/28/23, 9/20/23, 10/6/23, 11/3/23, 12/1/23, and 1/4/24.

Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #2 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 5/7/20 with previous training completed on 5/2/15.

The file of Staff #4, who was designated as a director, lacked documentation of 1 year of experience with children.

The agreements of Children #1 and #4 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.

The agreement for Child #4 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent.

The emergency contact for Child #4 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

The emergency contact and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 5/22/23 and reviewed on 1/3/24.

The file of Child #4 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on the emergency contact form.

On 1/5/23 observed adult scissors in the top drawer of the teacher's desk in the Part Day Classroom which were accessible to children. On 1/5/23 observed adult scissors in a cup on the teacher's desk in the Extended Day Classroom which were accessible to children. On 1/5/23 observed 2 pair of adult scissors in a caddy on the teacher's desk in the Pre K Counts classroom which were accessible to children.

The files of Staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 8/1/22 with previous training completed on 2/1/21. The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 8/12/22 with previous training completed on 2/2/21. The file of staff #3 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 2/2/21 but no documentation for 2022.

On 1/5/23 observed a loose faucet at the sink used for handwashing in the bathroom with the toilet and urinal. On 1/5/23 observed exposed bolts on the gates and fence surrounding the outdoor play space. On 1/5/23 observed rust on the fence at the entrance to the facility located by the parking lot. On 1/5/23 observed rust on the heat registers located in the Pre K Counts Classroom.

On 1/5/23 observed peeling paint on the outside of the 1st bathroom stall by the sink. On 1/5/23 observed peeling paint on the fence at the entrance to the facility located by the parking lot. On 1/5/23 observed peeling paint on the heat registers and in the right corner of the wall in the Pre K Counts Classroom.

On 1/5/23 observed a cracked blue bin containing circular picture cards/matching game in the Extended Day Classroom. On 1/5/23 observed a cracked large red square Magna Tile in the Pre K Counts Classroom. On 1/5/23 observed torn rest mats with exposed foam in the Pre K Counts classroom. On 1/5/23 observed a frayed wicker basket in the Science Area of the Part Day Classroom. On 1/5/23 observed a torn green mat with exposed foam in the quiet area by the teacher's desk in the Extended Day Classroom.

On 1/5/23 the facility lacked documentation the protective surface covering under the outdoor equipment that requires embedded mounting meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

On 1/5/23 observed foam blocks with bite marks in the Part Day Classroom.

On 1/5/23 the 1st refrigerator in the kitchen lacked an operating thermometer.

The file of Child #3, a 4-year-old, lacked Pneumococcal, influenza, and Varicella immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #3 contained documentation of 3 Pneumococcal immunizations and no Varicella immunizations. The file of Child #4, a 5-year-old, lacked influenza and Hepatitis A immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #4 contained documentation of 1 Hepatitis A immunization.

The file of Staff #4 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #4 contained a current health assessment dated 2/21/22 with a previous one dated 11/20/19.

Staff #1 lacked documentation of mandated reporter training completed every 60 months. Staff #1 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 9/25/20 with previous training completed on 8/3/15.

The file of Child #3 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.

The file of Child #1 lacked the complete work address and work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #2 lacked the complete home address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #3 lacked the complete home and work addresses of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.

The file of Child #3 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.

On 1/5/23 emergency contact information for Child #5 was not present in the Extended Day Classroom where the child was receiving care. On 1/5/23 emergency contact information for Child #6 was not present in the Pre K Counts Classroom where the child was receiving care.

Located on the teacher desk in the main room was a pair of sharp teacher scissors that were accessible to the children in care.

Located next to the large TV there was an electrical surge protector that was missing 4 protective covers. This surge protector was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.

Located by the small fridge in the eating area, and located by the teacher desk in the main room on the floor were 5 ant traps that were accessible to the children in care.

Located on the wall to the right of the sink in the boys bathroom there was peeling paint.

The boys bathroom was missing a handwashing signs at each of the two toilets.

The facility had a bookshelf that was blocking a door that leads to a fire safety escape route.

The main classroom had ripped cardboard brick blocks, preventing them from being in good repair.

Located on a low shelf in the main classroom there were Glow Sticks, labeled Choking Hazard: Keep Out of Reach of Children. These Glow Sticks were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.

The Health Report for Child # 2 lacked a influenza vaccine in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

The file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment; 6/20/19 and 6/23/21.

The file for Staff #1 lacked a written evaluation that was conducted at least every 12 months. The evaluations in the file were dated 9/28/20 and reviewed last on 10/11/21.

The Agreements in the files for Child #4 and #5 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.

The Agreements in the files fir Child #2 and #3 did not specify the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.

The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #2 lacked the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.

The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.

The Emergency Contact Form in the files for Child #4 and #5 lacked the health insurance policy number.

The Main Classroom lacked a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.

The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.

Facility failed to promptly notify Child Care Certification Staff of positive Covid-19 test results.